11/11/2023
Happy Deepavali (also known as Diwali)
It's the darkest night (not the longest) of the year.
Deepavali is a time for reflection, gratitude, svadhyaya, and renewed hope in times of chaos and distress - and there is so much to be reflected upon these days.
How do I rise above my own pettiness, fears, inadequacies, prejudices, and shame?
How do I learn to embody contentment and inner peace? So that I can support others in that quest?
May all beings be happy, free of illness and suffering, be released from the shackles of their violent tendencies, and find peace.
May all beings happily share their resources with those in need.
May aggressions cease.
May disputes be resolved.
May hostages be released.
May genocide end and never be allowed to occur on this planet again.
May all of us realize and actualize our interwoven responsibility for each other.
May we mine our inner resources, shore up our courage, stay awake, and take necessary action to bring about positive change the world.
Om shanti, shanti, shanti.
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